Sermons on Transparent:

Taking Inventory Series

Contributed by Andy Stanley on Mar 16, 2012

Recovery begins when a group of people, especially the church, those of us who say forgiveness is just waiting on the other side of personal transparency, lead the way.

Find additional Free Resources for This Sermon Series: http://store.northpoint.org/recovery-road-starter-kit.html Well, if you weren’t here last week we’re in Part Two of a series. And if you’re new to our church, we basically take messages or ideas and talk about them until we run out of things ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 17:9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Red Flags

Contributed by Bala Samson on Oct 23, 2022

When you look at the end product of whatever was done through a man/woman of God with wisdom, you can transparently see the wisdom of God flowing in and through.

SPIRITUAL WEATHER Matthew 16:3' Do you know how to discern the appearance of the sky, but cannot discern the signs of the times?” The Pharisees and Sadducees ( the so called spiritual people) were unable to see Jesus as the Messiah in their midst, they treated Him shabbily and thus missed the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:3

Denomination: Pentecostal

Beyond The Sunday Face

Contributed by Bob Ashcraft on May 15, 2002

There is such falseness in American churches today. Most relationships are merely a façade. In this “throw-away society” the Church lacks transparency, “realness”. As a result we have become oblivious to the needs of others.

Beyond the Sunday Face · Some will not like this sermon today. · Some will you be mad at me for preaching this. · The Holy Spirit is going to challenge everyone of us. · There is such falseness in American churches today. · Most relationships are merely a façade. · In this “throw-away society” the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:19-23, Hebrews 13:1-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

We Must Give Account To God

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 14, 2025

One of the greatest realities of our Christian journey is the certainty that we must all stand before God to give account.

WE MUST GIVE ACCOUNT TO GOD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Romans 14:12 "So then every one of us shall give account of himself to God." Supporting Texts: 2 Corinthians 5:10, Ecclesiastes 12:14, Matthew 12:36, Hebrews 4:13 INTRODUCTION: One of the greatest realities of our ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Spirt Led Helps In Managing Conflicts

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jul 4, 2004

Wearing a mask that shows everything’s fine Says that life’s struggles are not God’s design; But when we’re open, transparent, and true, People will trust God to meet their needs too

Spirt Led Helps In Managing Conflicts I Cor 2:7-10 - "We speak of God’s secret wisdom, a wisdom that has been hidden and that God destined for our glory before time began...but God has revealed it to us by His Spirit." Illustration: We were troubled on every side. Outside were conflicts, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:7-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Motivation?? Part I

Contributed by David Richardson on Apr 15, 2005

What’s your motivation? Where do your interests lie? Are they transparent? What is your motivation? Why do you do what you do? Is it for Jesus and Him crucified or is it to see your own self lifted on high? What is your motivation?

Title: Motivation? Scripture: Acts 21:30-40, 22:1-30 Introduction: What’s your motivation? What compels you to get out of bed in the morning? A desire not to be late, or a desire to get a head start on the day? What compels you to eat? Is it hunger, taste, or the price you paid for the meal? When ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Victory And Accountability – When Kings Must Still Submit Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 4, 2025

Leadership without accountability is a pathway to destruction.

VICTORY AND ACCOUNTABILITY – WHEN KINGS MUST STILL SUBMIT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Samuel 11,12 Supporting Texts: Proverbs 21:1, Romans 13:1, Psalm 75:6-7, Hebrews 13:17, Deuteronomy 17:18-20 INTRODUCTION: Leadership without accountability is a pathway to destruction. In 1 Samuel 11 ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

There Is A Divine Record For Every Secret Work

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 23, 2025

God keeps a divine record of every secret act—whether righteous or evil. This truth should shape our lives, purify our hearts, and align our actions.

THERE IS A DIVINE RECORD FOR EVERY SECRET WORK By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text:  Ecclesiastes 12:14 – “For God shall bring every work into judgment, with every secret thing, whether it be good, or whether it be evil.” Supporting Texts: Luke 8:17, Romans 2:16, 1 Corinthians 4:5, Hebrews ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 12:14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Internet And Accountability Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 29, 2025

The internet can be a blessing or a burden depending on how we use it. As believers, we must never forget that God holds us accountable for every click, every message, every post, and every website we visit.

THE INTERNET AND ACCOUNTABILITY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Corinthians 10:23 Supporting Texts: Romans 14:12, Philippians 4:8, Job 31:1, 2 Corinthians 5:10, Matthew 12:36 INTRODUCTION: The internet is a powerful tool that has redefined how we communicate, learn, socialise, and conduct ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:23

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Evangelism- Won By One

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Feb 19, 2012

That simple sentence in verse 17, But some doubted. That simple phrase is one of countless testimonies to the integrity of Scripture. The transparent honesty of a statement like this shows that Matthew wasn’t attempting to exclude, or cover up facts that

Evangelism- Won by One Matthew 28:16-20NKJ My mother was over the ladies missions Dept. in their church for years. Once she had a missionary that spent her whole ministry in China. She was faithful to her calling to- G0. After 30 years, she had faithfully won ‘one’ convert unto Christ ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:16-20

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Importance Of Accountability

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 28, 2025

Accountability is a vital principle in the Christian walk, as it encourages growth, correction, and mutual support within the body of Christ.

Title: THE IMPORTANCE OF ACCOUNTABILITY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Proverbs 27:17 "As iron sharpens iron, so a man sharpens the countenance of his friend." Supporting Texts: Ecclesiastes 4:9-12, Galatians 6:1-2, Hebrews 10:24-25, James 5:16, Proverbs ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 27:17, Ecclesiastes 4:9-12, Galatians 6:1-2, Hebrews 10:24-25, James 5:16, Proverbs 15:22  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Betrayal Series

Contributed by Billy Ricks on May 11, 2021

A persons last words seem to be ones of transparency and clarity. The Famous Last Words of Jesus speak powerfully to us still today. Famous last words reveals God's heart and mans needs

Intro: Someone’s last words seem to echo in our ears, don’t they? Whether famous or infamous, their last words tend to be ones of transparency and often clarity. I want to share some famous last words from history and see if you can identity them. 1) This famous chap said, ‘I’m bored with it ...read more

Scripture: John 17:12, John 13:21, Matthew 26:47

Denomination: Baptist

Integrity In An Age Of Internet Fraud Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 1, 2025

Fraud and internet crime may offer temporary wealth, but they lead to eternal loss. What shall it profit a man if he gains the whole world and loses his soul? (Matthew 16:26).

INTEGRITY IN AN AGE OF INTERNET FRAUD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Proverbs 11:1, Ephesians 4:28 Supporting Texts: Leviticus 19:11, 1 Timothy 6:9-10, Matthew 16:26, 2 Corinthians 8:21, Romans 12:17 INTRODUCTION: We are living in an age where digital crime—popularly known as “Yahoo-Yahoo,” ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 11:1, Ephesians 4:28

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Integrity: The Prerequisite For Success In Ministry

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 5, 2025

Ministry without integrity is like a structure without a foundation—it will eventually crumble under pressure. The success God honours in ministry is not just about results, but about righteousness.

INTEGRITY: THE PREREQUISITE FOR SUCCESS IN MINISTRY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 15:1-5 (KJV) "LORD, who shall abide in thy tabernacle? who shall dwell in thy holy hill? He that walketh uprightly, and worketh righteousness, and speaketh the truth in his heart. He that backbiteth ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 15:1-5

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Worship: An Act Of Desperation Series

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Apr 13, 2008

Worship that God wants from us is honest, transparent and real. Can we come to God, can we come to church, when all we feel is sorrow and lament? Or do we have to fake it all the time.

Sermon for CATM – April 13, 2008 – “Worship: An Act of Desperation - Psalm 142 I overheard someone ask someone else this very simple question recently: “What has been the saddest moment in your life?” I can’t recall the answer given, because as soon as the question was asked, my mind drifted to ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 142:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational